Thompson Assails Talmadge Before Georgia Assembly
Georgia Governor Melvin E. Thompson denounces Herman Talmadge and allies for “white supremacy” legislation and claims they no longer speak for the Democratic party. He warns against fraud and stolen elections while urging a white primary bill under state supervision and expanded education voting controls.
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Melvin E. Thompson
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Georgia
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Palmadge
Ryleigh
Rebne
Geongia
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Prograce Thampson
Erner
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Hermon Talmadge
Wheer
High Court
Eugene Coale
Measieres
Talmadges
Charles Gowen
Heo Thompson
Austin Reports On Reaction To Foreign Policy
Austin reports from Washington on reactions to President Truman's foreign policy proposals. He and State Department officials shift focus from atomic energy to broader disarmament aims. The first United Nations arms commission meeting convened to study conventional weapons reductions, with U S and Soviet representatives planning initial work toward a May 15 report.
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Lake Success
Saviet Andra A. Gromyko
Am Atomic Control
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Russia
Ade
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Tryeve Lig
Thie Group
Alstix
Washington
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Arms Commission
Sen
Tyding
Tyumen
Tydings
Austhy
Fransident
Fruman
Bae
Eppartt
Greek Drive Against Guerrillas Reported Ready
Greek troops near Mount Grimmes in Greece prepare a major offensive against guerrillas in the Albanian border region. Greek liaison official Maxis Kyrou says planners aim to begin today, while UN Balkan Investigating Commission delegates monitored the area amid tensions.
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Maxis Kyrou
United Nations Balkan Investigating Commission
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Iast
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Cebel
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Mont Geommes
Grevena
Thase
Matias
Asproklissia
Taft Supports Export Controls Amid Trade Talks
Taft indicated agreement with President Truman on keeping tight controls on exports as the Senate Finance Committee weighs commitments to an upcoming international trade organization. Truman urged ongoing wartime power for essential goods, but Taft cautioned against extending controls on all domestic commodities, noting sugar and rubber as exceptions.
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Taft
Truman
Ashe Senate Finance Committee
France Seeks Coal Price Of Support For Nazi Plan
A transcript summary shows Secretary Acheson defending U.S. aid to Greece and Turkey as a bulwark against communism. He warned intervention could avert war but suggested risks if Greece and Turkey falter, while Congress questions future UN roles and aid allocations. He outlined aid breakdowns and funding uses under President Truman’s program.
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Greena
Turkey
Res. Mansfield
Greece
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F-Wis
Congress
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Graecel
House
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Grocer
Rusaia
Nee
United Nations
Verys
Archiod
Acheson
Marshall Seeks Firsthand Facts on Austria at Moscow Talks
General Marshall signals plan to summon Austrian government representatives to Moscow for consultation during drafting of Austria's postwar recovery. France presses for guarantees of German coal exports as part of a broader Ruhr separation debate. Bevin and Bidault clash over economic guarantees and coalition coal supply while Western powers discuss Germany peace terms.
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Pomur
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Hungary
Alfies Ylehinsky
Finland
Georges Bidant
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Nur Sagueat
Fuxsia
Bidawit
Betin
British Fight Losing Battle Against Flood
London AP reports thousands including soldiers civilians police and German prisoners battled to hold back overflowing rivers that have flooded towns and cut off food as 2600 residents were trapped near Bentley Doncaster. Army units moved toward the village while officials urged evacuation and warned the Don River flooding worsened with more rain forecast.
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England
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Don
Veterans Name Three Alderman Candidates
Veterans of Sullivan County move to back a slate for alderman positions as candidates Garner Blankenbecler Isley Benedict were chosen by a secret ballot amid a large turnout at City Hall. The group aims to succeed three current aldermen with terms ending May 3. The winners stood within ten votes of each other as the slate emerged from a five-candidate field. A separate item notes Kingsport Flat Glass Workers Association (CIO) certified as a bargaining agent for Kingsport Blue Ridge Glass workers after a ballot tally.
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Charles Garner
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Isley
Sam Benedict
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Tor Cis
Mayer and Aldasmem
Chassen
Benard Wiss
Flat Glass Workers Union
Washimeton
Roan
Kingsport Fiat Glass Workers Association
CIO
Blue Ridge Glass Corporation
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Toms
Kingsport Flat Glass Workers Association
Toeal
Federation of Girsx
Ceramic Aed
Sifiea Sard! Workers of America
American Federation of Lazo
GOP Seeks Vote Today On Portal Payment Measure
The GOP pushes for a Senate vote on portal payment legislation as Democrats and Republicans clash over timing. Senate leaders indicate plans to speak at length, with junior members weighing prospects as debate on other measures looms and Atomic Commission actions are noted for later discussion.
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Burkley
David
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Taft
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Ex Luxury Liner Damaged By Fire Near Cavern Point
The former luxury liner dersey Ui y oF, which carried President Woodrow Wilson to the 1918 peace conference, was damaged by a fire while moored to a concrete Army pier in New York Bay. Crew actions limited damage as a wiring defect sparked the blaze in the ceiling.
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Army Eyes Guided Missile First Not Mars Moon Base
Army officials forecast a practical guided missile rather than a base on Mars or the moon. In a discussion on rocketry and space travel, Maj. James P. Pakdelph notes emphasis on ordnance research and secrecy, while Lt. Colt Rivkin remains skeptical about rapid interplanetary travel and stresses patience before achieving a true guided missile.
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Street Scenes at Bus Stops Amid Transit Struggles
Irate commuters wait as punctual service slips by days after months of delays. City workers on a field day clear rats and continue tasks calmly while a crew member guides operations amid looser supervision and street chaos.
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Paraguay Denies Wide Reports Of Peace Conference
Reports of a peace conference in Paraguay were denied by the government as of Asuncion amid claims of talks with rebels. The capital said only routine patrols were ongoing while insurgents reportedly gained ground along the Paraguay River north of Concepción. Rebel forces and border veterans were cited in various accounts, with conflicting claims on air force allegiance and insurgent control along the Pasajeua River area.
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Faragamy
U S Working To Head Off Strike
Washington officials mobilize to avert a nationwide telephone strike set for April 7. Director Edgar L. Warrent said the government is in close touch with company and water officials as 28 conciliators join talks with the Telephone Companies and the National Federation of Telephone Workers. The walkout threatens about 200,006 workers seeking a $2 weekly raise.
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Edgar L. Warrent
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Zen
Democrats And GOP Rebels Set To Clash Over Tax Cut Plan
Democrats and GOP rebels pledge a house floor fight against Rep Brvtson's plan to cut income taxes 20 percent across the board. Key figures Engel and Keating push for exemptions tweaks while leadership weighs a 70 percent cut for certain brackets. debate centers on impact on small taxpayers and overall revenue use.
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Engel
TV Phar
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Henutsor
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Keating
R-Ny
Toh
Pepartera
Im Republicam
Rautsan
Group Forms to Protect U S Forests in Congress Fight
Washington report notes a new group led by Rep. Stites seeks increased funding for forest preservation. Members include Reps. Rivers Andrews Baylin Murrey Allen Fickett Combs Pace and Forges. Rivers stresses urgency to protect natural resources and expand Forest Service aid.
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Stites
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Great
Baylin
D-Ale
Murrey
Allen
Isa
Fickett
Combs
Pep Pace
Rep Forges
Forest Service
National Disaster Tag Hung On Housing Shortage
Washington struggles to address a housing shortage described as a national disaster. Veterans and workers urge federal action including loans up to 100 percent for private rental or cooperative housing, and support for prefabricated housing to expand permanent homes for veterans and non veterans alike.
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Maasure
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Receras
Franklim D. Roosevelt
Fiorelli LaGuardia
New York
Omar Bi Ketchron
VEFW
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Murrey
Thomas
French Indo China Talks Drag On Amid Snowy Session
The French National Assembly recessed over military credits for Indochina as snow slowed proceedings. Communist leader Jacques Duclos pledged not to vote on Viet Namese campaign expenditures, delaying the vote until Saturday while Ramadier seeks unity.
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French National Assembly
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Kloot
Jacques Duclos
Paul Ramadier
Plane crash injures two in Ashland flight mishap
An aviation mail plane taking off from Ashland Airport crashed after repairs to a damaged propeller. The pilot and his assistant suffered injuries including head cuts and a broken arm. Airport staff said the craft plunged, upended, and caught fire before the regular pilot and repair crew returned to Pittsburgh. Postmaster Bannnegan denied plans to resign from cabinet or committee chairmanship amid reports. Massachusetts Memorial Hospital treated a patient for high blood pressure during operation.
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Today Spiked
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